President Tim Lonergan in Sun Sentinel 100

Looking ahead: A recently released draft study outlining recommendations for solid waste disposal and recycling is being reviewed by the county, its Solid Waste Working Group and city officials. The report addresses how a 75 percent county-wide recycling goal might be reached; the viability of the Alpha 250 site for future solid waste needs, and solid waste disposal issues regarding flow control, governance and regional approaches for management of Broward’s future solid waste. The findings are important to cities as costs for recycling continue to increase. Economic viability of recycling is critical, so material is properly recycled and not diverted into landfills. Read